Our expert in the food and drink category, Honorata Jarocka, will present the latest confectionery industry insights at the World Confectionery Conference taking place on 12 September at the NHow Brussels Bloom.

This international event brings together the global sweets, snacks, and bakery markets for a one-day conference and exhibition. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore the latest products and technologies, and network with peers.

Featured Presentation: The Future of Chocolate Confectionery and Sweet Bakery

Gain insights into the latest trends in chocolate confectionery and sweet bakery with Honorata Jarocka

Learn how private labels are transforming premium chocolate.
Uncover the rise of smaller chocolate goods and the development potential of alt chocolate.
Explore ‘newstalgia’: blending traditional and modern elements in sweet bakery
Identify the opportunities for plant-powered innovation and Discover opportunities for plant-powered innovation and the influence of the savoury breakfast movement on the sweet bakery landscape.

Learn more about the World Confectionery Conference and how to attend.

Meet our expert

Honorata Jarocka

Food and Drink Analyst

Honorata joined Mintel in 2013 as a Food and Drink Analyst for Poland. Her focus area is food categories with a particular interest in health and wellness trends as well as product innovations. Her background covers almost a decade of work in market research coupled with marketing and promotional experience, while working for such prominent players in Poland like LPP and Oceanic as well as advertising agency Tequila\BTL Group (now Tequila\Polska).

EMEA
Food and Drink

September 12th, 2024

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, CET time

Bruxelles, Belgium

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